Jeddah, Dhu-AlHijjah 16, 1437, Sep 18, 2016, SPA -- The Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Mohammad Saleh bin Taher Benten, has declared the start of preparing for next year's Umrah season 1438 H and planning for next year's Hajj season, explaining that the work has not stopped with the end of this year's Hajj season, which culminated thankfully with outstanding success that won applause and appreciation of those who came for Hajj from around the world, thanks to the integrated efforts being exerted by various agencies in Hajj system. This came in a statement made by the Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Benten following his patronage yesterday evening of the annual reception ceremony of heads and members of offices of Hajj's affairs and guests of Hajj Grand Symposium as well as winners of the Ministry's Prize for Media Work. --SPA 14:32 LOCAL TIME 11:32 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w